About
Epe, situated on the Lagos Lagoon in Lagos State, has been a major freshwater and brackish-water fishing center for centuries. The Epe Fish Market is one of the oldest continuous fish markets in southwestern Nigeria, serving as a hub where Ilaje, Egun, and Ijebu fishing communities trade smoked and fresh fish. The town's fishing heritage predates colonial Lagos and sustains a living tradition of artisanal fish smoking using traditional kilns.
Location Details
Latitude:
6.5833
Longitude:
3.9833
Exact (town level)
About This Data
Food heritage sites represent locations associated with traditional Nigerian culinary traditions, agriculture, and food culture.
These reflect cultural associations documented through ethnographic research.
Sources
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Nigerian Food Heritage Documentation
Academic (compiled)